Myoschi Oriol

Responsible for developing and executing strategies to optimize sourcing activities across North America including Latin America. Supporting the US teams and their needs within the business for both Direct and Indirect Materials & Services.

Developed strategies based on a deep understanding of the procurement and supply chain process and managed procurement assignments. manufacturing, contract manufacturing and overall production processes.

Optimized inventory levels, inbound/outbound flow and Replenishment team structure to support customer performance and company KPIs. Drove, implemented and supported supply chain initiatives that enabled speed, flexibility and risk-reduction. Led Replenishment team on inventory purchase strategy and workflow prioritization; provided training and guidance to achieve peak performance. Managed & Supervised Replenishment Team of eight buyer/demand planners.

I combined functional supply chain expertise, project management capabilities with other broad skills and experiences in process reengineering, compliance, and systems to help clients drive business change improvements.

— Charged with global procurement of new development & updates for Retail Department/Specialty Store design projects in addition to specialty multi-channels (Sephora, Blue Mercury, and Ulta). Successfully utilizing a fundamental knowledge of manufacturing processes for POS tools and materials including (Acrylic, MDF, Paperboard, Corrugated Cardboard, Metal, Print and related finishes). Drove the development and delivery of indirect procurement projects while adhering to the Brand’s objectives and long-term strategies. Managed the annual global launch and successful execution of the Breast Cancer Awareness display campaigns for several years. — Managed global acrylic fixtures/cardboard display/tester programs with key affiliates and resources in the regions. Travelled as needed to Asia and Europe to meet with prospective factories on capabilities and compliance policies. Actively sought out new sources for existing materials, supplies and vendor services where doing so would improve overall quality, on-time delivery, cost reductions and reliability. Created and managed competitive RFPs and RFQs as needed. — Built and nurtured effective partnerships with internal/external stakeholders to coordinate efforts, look for opportunities to leverage buying power, and share best-in-class practices. — Prepared various reports including cost savings (comparing results vs. established goals), KPI targets, vendor scorecard and quote/project analysis. Negotiated tooling investments and origination costs, resulting in better control of capital acquisitions. Resolved problems requiring assistance relating to defective material disposition, order shortages, delivery, pricing or product quality with suppliers. — Motivated personnel and provided career development for subordinates. Created a professional environment that respects individual ideas/differences while enabling colleagues to develop and contribute to their full potential.

Managed the efficient and effective execution of merchandising retail fixtures and displays for Clinique (including Open Sell), Origins and MAC. Developed, executed and presented critical commodity strategy presentations to executive leadership.

Responsible for the project management of Saleable products / PWP / GWP / Samples on a worldwide basis. Maneuvered the precarious path of maintaining the strategy and pace of a project, while keeping the team engaged and enthusiastic. Provided scope monitoring, chronology of dates for development of multichannel projects including timing for each step of the process. Identified roadblocks related to budgets, resources and timelines. Ensured communication with all key players were clear and concise by having a thorough understanding and knowledge of what it takes creatively and operationally to develop projects. Led discussions on issue resolutions and reported these potential issues to leadership, when necessary.

Sourced and procured primary (bottles, pumps, printing, etc.) and secondary (folding cartons, cardboard, shippers, set-boxes, etc.) package componentry for a 1.5 billion-dollar retail business. Managed all overseas promotional products for Skincare, Fragrance and Color Cosmetics. Established and maintained a commodity-based approach to global supply base management while working with contract and 3rd party manufacturers on process and standardization of goods.